Declaration of Independence coming to Foxcroft Academy
DOVER-FOXCROFT — As part of the nation’s 250th anniversary, the Maine Historical Society is providing everyone with the opportunity to view one of the nation’s most important documents. The organization will be stewarding one of 26 surviving copies of the Dunlap Broadside of the Declaration of Independence printed in Philadelphia on July 4, 1776, and sent to the Colonies to announce American independence.
Through October, the Declaration will travel across Maine to all 16 counties with great pomp and circumstance. Stops at host sites will include public and student visitation, community celebrations, readings and special events.
Starting Thursday, Sept. 3, the Jim Robinson Field House at Foxcroft Academy will become the home of the Dunlap Broadside Declaration of Independence. Hours are 12:30-3 p.m. Sept. 3, 12-3 p.m. Sept. 4 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept 5.
Viewing is free, but tickets are required. Secure tickets at the Maine Historical Society website.
For questions about the tour, please reach out to declaration@mainehistory.org.